Meet Analilia Mejia, the Sanders-AOC backed progressive who just won election to Congress
Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez endorsed Mejia, signaling a victory for the progressive wing of the Democratic party.
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Progressive Analilia Mejia won a special election in New Jersey's 11th District to succeed Mikie Sherrill. Backed by Sanders and AOC, Mejia defeated Republican Joe Hathaway on a platform including Medicare for All and a $25 minimum wage.
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AOAlexandria Ocasio-CortezD-New York-14
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